Havasu Half Marathon
Lake Havasu City, AZ
- Half Marathon, 5K, 3K
- Road (Paved)
- Official race website
At the Havasu Half Marathon, run or walk over and under the world famous London Bridge on this flat, easy and beautiful course. You will never be more than 440 yards from the Colorado River and never more than 31 feet of elevation above or below the start line. Start … MORE
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If You Are Slow, Just No!
I’m a half marathon walker and was so excited to see this race had a 4.5 hour time limit. I was very confident to participate in this race. What I … MORE
I’m a half marathon walker and was so excited to see this race had a 4.5 hour time limit. I was very confident to participate in this race.
What I didn’t expect were poor course markings that caused me to be lost TWICE. On one occasion a volunteer was in the bathroom instead of pointing me in the right direction. Everyone else was so much faster that I couldn’t keep an eye to follow other half marathoners. The race knew I was the last half marathoner because I overheard conversations on walkie talkies. No sweepers after around the 8 mile mark. I was very nervous I would miss my flight!
A couple of friendly walkers pointed me in the right direction so I did finish the race, dead last. Probably my overall worst race experience. Not of fan of being abandoned in a strange city.
At least the bridge and beach were nice to visit. I got a time and I medal. I guess beggars can’t be choosy?
Beautiful Lake Race!
A very charming small town race that was put on very well! The expo was just bib and shirt pick up and was seamless. The race started on time and … MORE
A very charming small town race that was put on very well! The expo was just bib and shirt pick up and was seamless. The race started on time and had great music and an announcer. You really do not run very far away from the water at all which was great although the wind for our race was definitely blowing! Overall great course and a fun finish line with a beer garden! Thanks for a great race day!
Fun location. Hillier than expected.
I would recommend this for Arizona as it is right in Lake Havasu City and the London Bridge. It is hilly in parts though so be ready for that. And … MORE
I would recommend this for Arizona as it is right in Lake Havasu City and the London Bridge. It is hilly in parts though so be ready for that. And hot. Happy for the 6am start. Easy walk to/from the Holiday Inn where we stayed (one of the host hotels)
Worth doing again!
Lot of up and down through washes and across the bridge (all paved). Definitely not a flat race, but not overwhelming. They threw in a steep uphill run through a … MORE
Lot of up and down through washes and across the bridge (all paved). Definitely not a flat race, but not overwhelming. They threw in a steep uphill run through a neighborhood at the last minute. Great scenery while running, the Colorado River is in view from time to time, and temperature was perfect. This really is a very good race. Overall, a good race, I will run again.
Fun race
Pretty well managed race. There was a hiccup with mailing out of the Bibs. Kinda frustrating because I paid $10.00 for that privilege. But with races such as these "Stuff" … MORE
Pretty well managed race. There was a hiccup with mailing out of the Bibs. Kinda frustrating because I paid $10.00 for that privilege. But with races such as these “Stuff” happens and I just roll with it. It’s a cool course but the public are not barred from being on it as you are racing. There is also plenty of vehicle traffic which is not a hindrance but just adds to the chaos. Really nice to run near the water. It was VERY well attended by people from all over the U.S. A good experience and I will definitely do it again next year.
Spinner Bling! Lock it in!
You run across the great London Bridge, and the views are amazing. Well organized run with lots of race support. They offer a half marathon and 5K challenge to receive … MORE
You run across the great London Bridge, and the views are amazing. Well organized run with lots of race support. They offer a half marathon and 5K challenge to receive another 🏅. Lake Havasu is a neat town with a lot to see and do.
Run In London Without Leaving the US
I was bummed when the race was cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 and was glad that since vaccines are now available, the race was able to be held … MORE
I was bummed when the race was cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 and was glad that since vaccines are now available, the race was able to be held this year with safety precautions. A few weeks before race day, I received an email from the race director clearly explaining the ways in which he was working to make the race a safe experience for all runners.
The first safety precaution was that all runners were assigned a specific time to attend the race expo. The expo was held outside and everyone was required to wear a mask when attending the expo. When I arrived at the race expo, I was greeted by two masked volunteers who took my temperature before I was able to enter the expo. Each runner was given twenty minutes to pick up their bib and race shirt from the expo.
The second big safety precaution was that runners were assigned to a specific start time on race day and were distanced by number safety cones leading up to the start line. The third safety precaution is that all runners were required to wear a mask when crossing the start line as well as when crossing the finish line. After crossing the start line, since runners tend to run at a distance, runners could take their masks off.
One of the coolest things about the Havasu Half is that some of the race is run on the London Bridge which is actually a portion of the London Bridge which was purchased by someone in Arizona and then moved from London to Lake Havasu.
Overall, this was a very enjoyable race and I’m glad to have had the opportunity to run my first person race as well as check off a new state to have run in. I also think that a new part of racing in the COVID-19 era is that in addition to giving out race medals, race companies will also provide branded racing event face mask as a souvenir of the running event.
Great Location and Fast Course!
The race was well organized. The course was mainly flat and fast. The markers were easy to follow. The scenery was exquisite. And I LOVED the early start! MORE
The race was well organized. The course was mainly flat and fast. The markers were easy to follow. The scenery was exquisite. And I LOVED the early start!
Havasu Half - Beautiful Course!
I am so glad this was the first post-pandemic race I participated in. From the registration to the after party - it was simply GREAT! Excellent pre-race communication from the … MORE
I am so glad this was the first post-pandemic race I participated in. From the registration to the after party – it was simply GREAT! Excellent pre-race communication from the race director. On race day everything was super organized with the runners in mind. The course was beautiful, clean and manned with lots of happy volunteers. I can’t wait for next year!
Well organized and great scenery!
For one of the first big races after a COVID year, I was very impressed at how they handled all the safety protocols. It was well organized, the volunteers were … MORE
For one of the first big races after a COVID year, I was very impressed at how they handled all the safety protocols. It was well organized, the volunteers were amazing, the race announcer rocked the start/finish line, the scenery was beautiful, the afterparty/beer garden was awesome and I loved the medal. I’d recommend it as a great first time half marathon or for anyone liking travel destination races.
Definitely Coming Next Year
This was a very fun race!! The scenery was beautiful. Loved the announcers and the volunteers kept the race pumping!! It was a perfect weekend with perfect weather. I’m so … MORE
This was a very fun race!! The scenery was beautiful. Loved the announcers and the volunteers kept the race pumping!! It was a perfect weekend with perfect weather. I’m so glad I decided to make this my first road trip half!
Tons of fun under the sun with lake view
The inaugural Lake Havasu was a blast with the best race announcers ever - Team Noisy! Challenging course and extra fun with the Lighthouse challenge. Looking forward to retuning in … MORE
The inaugural Lake Havasu was a blast with the best race announcers ever – Team Noisy! Challenging course and extra fun with the Lighthouse challenge.
Looking forward to retuning in 2022 with a full race post pandemic.
Great course for first timers !
Lots of aid/water stations, energetic and encouraging volunteers throughout the course. Announcers were lively and enthusiastic too. It was a great experience for my first half marathon so I was … MORE
Lots of aid/water stations, energetic and encouraging volunteers throughout the course. Announcers were lively and enthusiastic too. It was a great experience for my first half marathon so I was very happy with everything. I think they put on an exceptional race, being one of the first ones since Covid.
Great course for casual runners
Havasu is located at or just barely above sea level making this race easy on the lungs. There are plenty of hills here, but this course doesn’t have any biggies. … MORE
Havasu is located at or just barely above sea level making this race easy on the lungs. There are plenty of hills here, but this course doesn’t have any biggies. Although the view is great, you tend to get distracted by the industrial area you are running through. The weather is also unpredictable and can change as much as 30 degrees from one day to the next.
Was Awesome!
Was first race since COVID and I believe they did a wonderful job! The volunteers were great, helpful and supportive! The aids station were mostly young adults and they too … MORE
Was first race since COVID and I believe they did a wonderful job! The volunteers were great, helpful and supportive! The aids station were mostly young adults and they too did a fantastic job, with water and or gels at some water stations. First aid station looked fully equipped didn’t need so not much else to say about that! I plan on returning next year and hopefully get a few others to join me! It was somewhat scenic I guess you did a views of the lake and going over the London Bridge is pretty cool! The weather was perfect not to warm and we had a nice breeze to keep us cool as well! Great place with plenty of restaurants and things to do when your race is over!
Fun and Energizing Race
Was a beautiful race with lots of Aid Stations, great energy from all of the volunteers throughout. The festival area was great, and wonderful Start/finish line announcers, loved the continuos … MORE
Was a beautiful race with lots of Aid Stations, great energy from all of the volunteers throughout. The festival area was great, and wonderful Start/finish line announcers, loved the continuos energy from them. Plus they did a great job with Covid-19 precautions and making this a safe and fun outdoor event. OH and the Medals (especially for the Lighthouse Challnege) were awesome. Highly Recommend this race.
Beautifil Lake, Perfect time for a Run
An easy flat course with great lake scenery. Great town to vacation in and have a great time. Plenty of water stations. Easy transportation to and from the finish line, … MORE
An easy flat course with great lake scenery. Great town to vacation in and have a great time. Plenty of water stations. Easy transportation to and from the finish line, plenty of parking. Well organized.
Flat course with great weather
This course was well organized and the volunteers were awesome. Great event I will definitely do it again. Great to get back to running with my friends MORE
This course was well organized and the volunteers were awesome. Great event I will definitely do it again. Great to get back to running with my friends
We will be back
Nice flat course. Nice views of the Lake and you get to cross London bridge twice. The start could have been more organized. Also, parking near the start was vauge. MORE
Nice flat course. Nice views of the Lake and you get to cross London bridge twice. The start could have been more organized. Also, parking near the start was vauge.
Very Professionally Produced Race
This is a very flat and fast course in Lake Havasu, AZ that crosses the London Bridge twice. The course follows the Colorado River for the first half and circles … MORE
This is a very flat and fast course in Lake Havasu, AZ that crosses the London Bridge twice. The course follows the Colorado River for the first half and circles the island on a pedestrian path for the last four miles. It was the first post-pandemic restrictions race and the race organizer limited he field to 750 runners and had wave starts of 100 runners per wave. That spread everyone out and allowed everyone to run at a comfortable distance from others even when passing or being passed. Good on course support in the form of touchless water stations and well trained volunteers. Havasu is a party town with water sports and off road vehicles all over the place so make your hotel reservations early!